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John Henry Menton

A solicitor who once competed for Molly Bloom's affections.

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Also known as John Henry Menton, John Henry, Menton, John, Henry, long John

First appearance: iv

John Henry Menton shows up with force in VI. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Has a crushed hat fixed by Bloom's suggestion, shows brief acknowledgment.
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LBLeopold BloomSDStephen DedalusTCThe CitizenMPMrs PurefoyRGRichie GouldingJHJohn Henry Menton

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  • Dublin social network
  • Protagonist

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See John Henry Menton in iv